Buffalo City Court and Erie County establish 'Lead Court' to address 700+ backlogged lead paint safety violation cases.

Buffalo City Court and Erie County are establishing a special 'Lead Court' to address over 700 backlogged cases involving lead paint safety violations. The new court aims to resolve lead hazards before children are exposed, with a focus on properties without children currently living in them. The initiative comes amid concerns about high rates of lead poisoning in Western New York, linked to the city's aging housing stock.

April 03, 2024
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